Casey Donahue

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Originally from Pennsylvania, Casey graduated from Fairfield University with a major in journalism and a minor in political science. He has covered several towns in Fairfield County since 2010. Case was formerly an assistant managing editor at Daily Voice.

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Darien, CT
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Darien to Hold Drunken-Driving Checkpoint Saturday Darien to Hold Drunken-Driving Checkpoint Saturday Darien to Hold Drunken-Driving Checkpoint Saturday
Darien to Hold Drunken-Driving Checkpoint Saturday DARIEN, Conn. – The Darien police will be conducting a drunken-driving sobriety checkpoint Saturday night. The checkpoint will be set up on Post Road near Richmond Drive. Police will begin conducting the checkpoint at about 10 p.m. It will last into the early hours of Sunday. In the event of bad weather or other unforeseen road issues, the checkpoint will be held on Post Road near Ledge Road. Drivers will be stopped temporarily and asked a series of questions to determine whether additional sobriety testing is needed. Disruptions to the driving public will be minimal, police said.

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Realtor Gives Tips on Prepping Your House Darien Realtor Gives Tips on Prepping Your House Darien Realtor Gives Tips on Prepping Your House
Darien Realtor Gives Tips on Prepping Your House DARIEN, Conn. – We are in the height of the real estate spring market and there are numerous homes coming up for sale every week. So how can you best present your home in this competitive environment? I have five suggestions that will help you put your home's best foot forward. First, wash and strip the windows. Nothing brings the light in more than clean windows; they really make a house feel fresh and new. Make sure you hire a professional or do it yourself with the proper equipment – ammonia, newspaper and a squeegee. Remove any heavy draperies, swags and valances. Today's buyer wants win…

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by Holly Hurd, Darien Realtor
Darien, CT
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Forum: Darien Athletes Pushed Too Hard To Excel Forum: Darien Athletes Pushed Too Hard To Excel Forum: Darien Athletes Pushed Too Hard To Excel
Forum: Darien Athletes Pushed Too Hard To Excel DARIEN, Conn. – All across Fairfield County, parents and coaches push their student athletes to excel and be the best of the best. But experts in student athletics at a Darien forum agreed that it is important to keep some perspective and to let the kids have fun. “It’s very competitive out there, and it starts with the parents,” said John Woodring, a former player for the Jets who now teaches at Tokeneke Elementary School in Darien and coaches youth sports. “Parents like to think that their kid is the greatest, but they have to be realistic. Steering them to do something full time is someth…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Boys Lacrosse To Play for Wounded Warriors Darien Boys Lacrosse To Play for Wounded Warriors Darien Boys Lacrosse To Play for Wounded Warriors
Darien Boys Lacrosse To Play for Wounded Warriors DARIEN, Conn. – The Darien High School boys varsity lacrosse team will take on California state champions Torrey Pines High School Saturday at Darien High School. Dubbed “The Battle of East and West,” the game will raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The game gets underway at noon. Admission is $5 per person, and there will be a limited-edition T-shirt on sale as well. All proceeds will go directly to WWP, which provides services and programs to severely injured military personnel during the time between active duty and the transition to civilian life. Come see these two nationally …

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Schools Fight Back Against Cancer Darien Schools Fight Back Against Cancer Darien Schools Fight Back Against Cancer
Darien Schools Fight Back Against Cancer DARIEN, Conn. – Darien schools raised more than $33,700 this year for the American Cancer Society through the annual Daffodil Days campaign. Over the past 17 years, teachers, students and the community have raised more than half a million dollars for the Cancer Society’s fight against the disease. The seed for the community event was planted by Middlesex Middle School teacher Nancy Clifford. After losing her sister to cancer, she began the annual campaign and engaged the entire district. Now retired, Clifford remains active as a Cancer Society volunteer and works with students on the communi…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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New Darien Eatery Embraces Local and Original Menu New Darien Eatery Embraces Local and Original Menu New Darien Eatery Embraces Local and Original Menu
New Darien Eatery Embraces Local and Original Menu DARIEN, Conn. – Estia’s American, the newest restaurant in Darien, has a menu that truly takes after its name. Like America, its food is a vibrant mix of cultures, blending classics with original creations to produce something unique. Many of the breakfast dishes feature a Mexican twist, while also offering old favorites such as blueberry pancakes. For lunch, there are sandwiches, salads with chicken chili for an extra kick, as well as omelets and tacos. Dinner offers pastas, seafood or meat and potatoes. Owner Colin Ambrose opened the restaurant for breakfast and lunch last week and said i…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Kids Collect Easter Spirit at Egg Hunt Darien Kids Collect Easter Spirit at Egg Hunt Darien Kids Collect Easter Spirit at Egg Hunt
Darien Kids Collect Easter Spirit at Egg Hunt DARIEN, Conn. – Children scrambled over the lawn at the Darien Community Association on Friday to grab as many treats as they could at the annual Easter Egg Hunt. They quickly snatched up all they eggs they could, then enjoyed the rewards of their efforts while visiting with the Easter Bunny. While the kids were collecting eggs, the association collected packages of diapers donated by parents, which were then given to Person-to-Person.

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Resident Honored For 60 Years of Service Darien Resident Honored For 60 Years of Service Darien Resident Honored For 60 Years of Service
Darien Resident Honored For 60 Years of Service DARIEN, Conn. – The Darien-based Chapter L of the Philanthropic Educational Organization recently paid tribute to Doris Dawson for her 60 years of membership and leadership. To honor this anniversary, the chapter donated $500 in her name to Cottey College, an institution owned and operated by the PEO Sisterhood since 1927. Cottey College is a fully accredited liberal arts and sciences college for women in Nevada, Missouri. Chapter L is one of 34 PEO chapters in Connecticut. There are approximately 1,200 members in the state, and nearly 250,000 across the United States and Canada.

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Fairfield County Ranked Third-Healthiest In Conn. Fairfield County Ranked Third-Healthiest In Conn. Fairfield County Ranked Third-Healthiest In Conn.
Fairfield County Ranked Third-Healthiest In Conn. FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. – Fairfield County is the third-healthiest county in the state, according to a new study. The County Health Rankings based its assessment of the county’s health according to health behaviors, social and economic factors, physical environment and clinical care. The University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation compiled the state-by-state rankings of more than 3,000 counties across the country. Overall, Fairfield County came in third in the state, after Tolland and Middlesex counties, respectively. Fairfield County ranks fir…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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What's Happening in Darien This Week What's Happening in Darien This Week What's Happening in Darien This Week
What's Happening in Darien This Week DARIEN, Conn. – This week in Darien you can learn self-defense, gardening, how to play bridge and how to brew your own beer. Here’s a rundown of all the events happening in town this week. Monday, April 9 • All Darien schools are closed for staff development. • 7:45 p.m.: The Board of Selectmen meet in Room 206 of Town Hall. Click here to see the agenda. Tuesday, April 10 • 9:30 a.m.: The Darien Community Association will host a spring gardening workshop. It will take place in its Formal Garden and be taught by members of the Greenhouse Group. There is no charge to participate. • 3:30 p…

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